Sugar Maples Center for the Creative Arts offers the best equipped studio in the Mountain Top region. If you’re apotter/sculptor working with clay, come enjoy working at your own pace on your ideas/visions. There will be bisque firings,cone 6 oxidation firings, and participation in one cone 10 soda firing at the conclusion of the course. This unique opportunityis for makers who have a knowledge of the ceramics processes with which they need to continue to develop their ‘voice.’ Additional clay is available for purchase.

Saturdays, 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sundays, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Wednesdays, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Course Fee: $250 + Lab Fee: $75 [includes 25 lbs.stoneware clay and firing] + Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $40

Are you interested in learning/continuing to draw, paintand collage but don’t know where to start or would like to polish up your skills? This class is perfect for you! This 8-week course is designed for artists of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just starting your artistic journey, you’ll find inspiration and guidance in a supportive learning environment. Refine your techniques, skills and (re)discover your uniquestyle under the guidance of experienced instructors.Expand your artistic vocabulary and develop your unique style. With a focus on individual growth, this class nurtures creativity and builds confidence. 

Sundays, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Course Fee: $250 + Lab Fee: $30 + Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $40

This exciting course is for folks who want to learn how to make pots on the potter’s wheel or are interested in continuing to develop skills and knowledge. Students will be taught the A to Z about preparing clay and using tools that are unique to this fascinating process of creating functional pottery. Glazing and firing techniques will be covered. There will be demonstrations, heaps of individual attention, and lots of discussions about ceramics’ rich history. Join us here in the most beautiful ceramics studio in the Catskill region! Sugar Maples is a great place to spend a winter’s day learning new skills and having fun while at it! Additional clay is available for purchase.

Sundays, 10:00am – 1:00 pm

Course Fee:  $250 + Lab Fee: $75 [includes 25 lbs.stoneware clay and firing] + Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $40

This dynamic and enjoyable course is intended for anyone who has the desire to build with clay those ‘things’ that their minds’ eye can imagine! Come join us in our sunny and well-equipped studio at the foot of Thomas Cole Mountain and put your hands to work. Basic techniques such as coil building, slab construction, scoring, and pinch forming will be taught. You don’t have to have any experience delving into this exciting world of creating sculptures, vessels, or any other form that crosses your mind. Applying engobes, underglazes, and glazes will be presented through demonstrations, exercises, with time to practice! Additional clay is available for purchase.

Sundays, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Course Fee:  $250 + Lab Fee: $75 [includes 25 lbs. stoneware clay and firing] + Non-Refundable Registration Fee: $40